Alan Robert Dannenfelser, 72, of Fort Wayne, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 22, 2019, with his wife, Jane Marie Dannenfelser. Born on September 11, 1947, in Fort Wayne, he was a son of the late Robert and Victoria (Hartman) Dannenfelser. He was a member of Aboite Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, and proudly served his country in the US Army. He worked at GTE, and then Mullinex Packaging, where he retired. Alan was a happy, loving father, husband, and brother, who always carried a positive outlook on life. He loved the Lord, his family, and his dog, Charlie. His passions included traveling, going to the movies, eating good food, and spending time with his family. He had the best “dad jokes” ever, and enjoyed making others laugh.
He is survived by his daughters, Julie (Doug) Hadaway, and Mary (Brandon) Beneke; brother, Tom (Margaret) Dannenfelser; and sister, Janet Dalman.
Funeral service will be 10am, Saturday, December 28, at D.O. McComb and Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road, Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior. Calling will also be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm, Friday, December 27, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Fort Wayne. Memorial donations may be given to the Allen County SPCA, or Aboite Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne.